Elden Ring for PlayStation 4 is an expansive open-world action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Created in collaboration with Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin, it offers a vast fantasy realm known as the Lands Between, filled with danger, mystery, and deep lore. Players take on the role of the Tarnished, journeying to restore the shattered Elden Ring and become Elden Lord. The game combines challenging combat, intricate world design, and player freedom in exploration and playstyle.
Key Features
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Vast Open World Traverse the Lands Between on foot or horseback, exploring grassy plains, swamps, mountains, castles, and dungeons seamlessly connected without loading screens
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Epic Storytelling Experience a rich narrative shaped by Hidetaka Miyazaki’s dark fantasy vision and George R. R. Martin’s world-building, with characters and factions driven by unique motives
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Challenging Combat Engage in precise, skill-based battles against enemies and colossal bosses, using melee weapons, ranged attacks, magic, and stealth tactics
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Character Customization Create and develop your Tarnished with a wide range of classes, weapons, armor, spells, and skills to suit your preferred playstyle
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Dynamic Exploration Discover hidden paths, secret dungeons, and powerful loot while navigating a world that rewards curiosity and risk-taking
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Multiplayer Integration Cooperate with allies or invade other players’ worlds in online play, with support for up to six players (PlayStation Plus required)
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Mount and Mounted Combat Summon Torrent, your spectral steed, to traverse vast distances quickly and engage in mounted battles
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PS5 Upgrade Support Includes a free upgrade to the PlayStation 5 version for enhanced visuals and performance
Pros and Cons
Pros
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Immersive and atmospheric open world
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Deep lore and memorable characters
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High replay value with multiple builds and endings
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Seamless integration of exploration and combat Cons
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High difficulty may deter casual players
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Some performance drops on base PS4 hardware
Compatibility
Works with:
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PlayStation 4 consoles
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DualShock 4 controllers
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PlayStation 5 consoles via backward compatibility and free upgrade
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HDTVs with HDMI input
Short Point-Based Overview
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Title: Elden Ring – PS4
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Genre: Action RPG / Open World
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Developer: FromSoftware
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Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
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Release Date: February 25, 2022
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Modes: Single-player, Multiplayer (Online Co-op and PvP)
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Rating: ESRB Mature 17+ (Blood and Gore, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence)
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Platform: PlayStation 4
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In-Game Purchases: Optional DLC and expansions
